On behalf of Morris, Downing & Sherred, LLP posted in Divorce on Wednesday, July 16, 2014. When couples decide to end their marriage, various decisions need to be made. In addition to making their individual decisions regarding the divorce settlement, couples must deal with the impact of state laws on how certain issues are handled. […]
Melanie Griffith and Antonio Banderas file for divorce
On behalf of Morris, Downing & Sherred, LLP posted in Divorce on Friday, June 13, 2014. Many New Jersey residents know how hard marriage can be, and that sometimes ending a marriage may be in the best interest of the family as a whole. Like any married couple, celebrities are not immune to divorce, and […]
Being financially ready for divorce
On behalf of Morris, Downing & Sherred, LLP posted in Divorce on Thursday, April 10, 2014. Now that spring has come most people in New Jersey do some sort of spring cleaning activity. Whether it’s cleaning of the house, garden, or financial matters, it always feels good to have things in order. For those who […]
Who gets the tax exemption for children after a divorce?
On behalf of Morris, Downing & Sherred, LLP posted in Divorce on Thursday, March 20, 2014. Tax day is less than a month away. New Jersey residents who are divorced with children will need to figure out which parent gets to claim the tax exemption. Unless the parents agree otherwise, under IRS rules the parent […]
Can a QDRO help your divorce situation?
On behalf of Morris, Downing & Sherred, LLP posted in Family Law on Wednesday, March 5, 2014. New Jersey residents who have gone through a divorce know how complicated and emotionally draining the process can be. Once the divorce is finalized, the enforcement of the settlement may become the next headache for men and women. Even […]
Keeping up with another high-profile divorce
On behalf of Morris, Downing & Sherred, LLP posted in Divorce on Thursday, December 26, 2013. The end of a marriage is always a sad event for New Jersey couples who assumed their marriage would last forever. Certainly no one foresees divorce on their wedding day. Still, for many couples it becomes a reality. Celebrities […]
Dealing with Social Security during a divorce in New Jersey
On behalf of Morris, Downing & Sherred, LLP posted in Divorce on Friday, November 22, 2013. Divorce and the end of a marriage among senior citizens here in New Jersey has been steadily increasing. Many seniors depend on Social Security benefits to fund part or all of their retirement. When a divorce occurs, many seniors […]
Preparing for a divorce settlement meeting
On behalf of Morris, Downing & Sherred, LLP posted in Family Law on Thursday, November 7, 2013. New Jersey residents who are in the process of a divorce may find that a settlement meeting in a negotiated divorce is preferable to a litigated divorce. New Jersey family law professionals can help a couple negotiate a divorce […]
When are experts needed in a divorce?
On behalf of Morris, Downing & Sherred, LLP posted in Family Law on Friday, November 1, 2013. New Jersey residents dealing with family law issues know that there are many complicated facets of the proceedings. Child support, property division and alimony can be difficult to figure out for many couples. Experts can be helpful in […]
It’s splitsville for the Kardashian parents
On behalf of Morris, Downing & Sherred, LLP posted in Divorce on Thursday, October 17, 2013. New Jersey residents may know from experience that marriage is not always forever. And celebrities are certainly not exempt from broken marriage. Recently, Bruce and Kris Jenner of the Kardashian reality show fame announced that they are getting divorced. […]
